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Sunday, February 10, 2013

Extrait Nice, Dear c1883

Extrait Nice, Dear: launched in 1883 or 1893. This perfume was created to commemorate Great Britain and was named in honour of the goddess Nike (Nice).

In Greek mythology, Nike, was a goddess who personified victory, also known as the Winged Goddess of Victory. The Roman equivalent was Victoria.


Town topics, the journal of society - Volume 29 - Page 32, c1893:

"My dear Lena, you asked me to see about some small articles de toilette. So I went to Guerlain's and this is what he suggests for you.... A new perfume called 'Nice Dear' I thought irresistible. France we adopt a perfume and stick to it. One's scent is part of one's self l am sure you will like 'Nice Dear', to wish not to change again."


Fragrance Composition:


So what does it smell like? The inspiration was a garden full of white flowers, roses and jasmine.

Bottles:

It was presented in the Carre flacon.


Fate of the Fragrance:

Discontinued, date unknown.

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